Support the Museum. Salute our Veterans.
The late Senator John Glenn envisioned the National Veterans Memorial and Museum as a place to recognize and honor the experiences of Veterans–because these are ordinary Americans doing extraordinary things. You can help us ensure their stories live on by supporting the only museum in America that gives a voice to ALL our Veterans.
A gift to the National Veterans Memorial and Museum celebrates the legacy of all U.S. Veterans, and unlocks opportunities for all ages to learn more about our nation’s history from the engaging stories of those who served.
Your 100% tax-deductible donation supports our efforts to maintain an unparalleled visitor experience:
Questions about donations? Please contact Nick Wood, Associate Vice President of Development, at 614-427-1089 or nwood@nationalvmm.org.
Leave a Legacy That Honors Our Veterans
Planned gifts to the National Veterans Memorial and Museum allow all who are passionate about preserving our Veterans’ contributions to American history the financial flexibility to make a lasting impact for generations to come. We are pleased to offer a range of giving opportunities to help meet the wishes of and maximize benefits for our planned gift donors.
Knowing how your gift will impact lives for years to come is important, and we are happy to work with you to designate your gift for a specific initiative to support future exhibitions, storytelling, public programs and more.
Below are several options for leaving your legacy at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. Planned giving options include:
Bequests
A bequest in your will or living trust is one of the simplest ways to provide for the future of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. Donors can designate a gift in as little as one sentence to help our mission expand and thrive for years to come.
Gifts via will or trust can be made in the form of a specific cash or property gift, specific asset, or a percentage or remainder of your estate. You can use the following sample bequest language in your will or trust:
“I give (specific amount, specific asset, percentage, or remainder of estate) to the National Veterans Memorial and Museum Operating Corp (NVMM) or its successor, to benefit (exhibitions, public programs, education, national ceremonies) at NVMM or as further designated by me in writing to the organization.”
Other Ways to Support
Not everyone is ready to commit to a gift in their wills or estates. Some prefer the flexibility provided by naming NVMM as a beneficiary designation of accounts like:
It is very simple to name the National Veterans Memorial and Museum as a beneficiary. Start by requesting a change-of-beneficiary form from your policy administrator or download the form from your provider’s website. Make your desired changes and return the form to establish your gift.
Let Us Know
By notifying our Advancement team of your gift commitment, you will be included among the donors recognized by the NVMM Legacy Society. We are deeply grateful for these gifts and the impact they will have on our mission to share the Veteran experience with future generations.
Information for Advisers
Investment advisers help many individuals consider charitable estate or tax planning strategies that can help meet their financial needs, as well as their philanthropic goals. By sharing information about the NVMM’s planned giving program with clients who may have an interest in honoring our Veterans, advisers play a vital role in matching their clients with the Museum.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss a planned gift with you and appreciate your consideration. Please contact Nick Wood, Associate Vice President of Development, at 614-427-1089 or nwood@nationalvmm.org.
Honor the legacy of a loved one with a gift to name one of the benches throughout the Museum and the Memorial Grove.
Through the gift of a Memorial Bench, individuals, families, and groups can memorialize and recognize a Veteran(s) that has played an important role in their life. A bench along the path in the Memorial Grove or inside the Museum can be named with a gift of $2,500. The funds from your gift support our overall mission to Honor, Connect, Inspire, and Educate through strategic priorities.
Corporate sponsorship at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum offers a meaningful opportunity for businesses and organizations across the country to show their support of Veterans and their families. As a proud partner, your contribution enables us to fulfill our important mission to Honor, Connect, Inspire, and Educate.
